Piedmont Physicians of Peachtree City

Nwamaka Dike, MD is board certified in Family Medicine. She completed her undergraduate studies at University of Maryland Baltimore County with majors in Biochemistry and Africana Studies. She earned her medical degree from Meharry Medical College and completed residency at Morehouse School of Medicine. Prior to joining Piedmont, Dr. Dike was a primary care physician in Fayetteville, GA. She enjoys caring for patients of all ages and backgrounds, with special interests in women's health, preventive medicine, and global health.

In her spare time, she enjoys dancing, traveling, and exploring art and history museums.

Richard Gorman, M.D. earned his medical degree from the University of Washington, Seattle and completed his residency at the University of Colorado. He received his undergraduate degree in Premedical Sciences from the University of Montana. He is board certified in Family Medicine. Dr. Gorman has been practicing medicine for 32 years. He came to Peachtree City in 1988 after having practiced in Aurora, Colorado for seven years. He initially started a solo practice and later joined with Dr. Janet Gerard to form Peachtree City Physicians Group in 2001. He does a full spectrum of family medicine from newborns to the elderly including preventative medicine and health maintenance, immunizations, sports exams, and acute and chronic medical problem management. He has a special focus also in aeromedical medicine and has been an Aviation Medical Examiner for the FAA for the last 25 years. Dr. Gorman is the father of four children and has five grandchildren. He enjoys reading and woodworking in his spare time.

Sandra Castle, M.D. graduated cum laude from Davidson College and earned her medical degree from the Uniformed Services University of Health Sciences in Bethesda, Maryland. She completed her residency at Eglin Air Force Base Family Medicine Residency outside of Ft. Walton Beach, Florida. Dr. Castle is board certified in family medicine and is an active member of the American Academy of Family Physicians and the American Medical Association. Since 2006, Dr. Castle worked as a primary care physician for the U.S. Air Force. She treats patients of all ages with special interests in adolescent and preventive medicine. She particularly enjoys translating the complex issues of healthcare into manageable steps to a healthier lifestyle. Dr. Castle recently moved to Peachtree City with her husband and two children. In her spare time, she enjoys preparing for 10K fun runs and volunteering in the elementary school. Dr. Castle welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans.

Ashish Patel, MD, earned his medical degree from University of Medicine and Health Sciences and completed residency at UAB Huntsville Family Medicine. He received his undergraduate degree in 2009 from the University of Houston and is board certified in the American Board of Family Medicine. Prior to joining Piedmont, Dr. Patel was an Outpatient Family Medicine Physician in Peachtree City.

In his spare time, Dr. Patel enjoys spending time with his family, playing golf and pickleball, and cooking.

David Rowan, M.D. earned his medical degree from Mercer University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Medical Center of Central Georgia. He received his undergraduate degree in Chemistry from Mercer University College of Liberal Arts and is board certified in Internal Medicine.

Dr. Rowan has been practicing medicine for six years. He has a special interest in preventive care and general medicine, with a goal of helping people achieve maximum quality of life. Prior to joining Piedmont Physicians at White Oak he worked for Alpha Internal Medicine.

In his spare time, Dr. Rowan enjoys spending time with friends and family, including outdoor activities like biking, tennis, and visiting local parks, and indoor activities such as Wii Dance with his daughters and the occasional movie rental. He also enjoys local travel, trying to take the family to the mountains and beach once per year.

Dr. Rowan is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans.

Dr. Alena obtained his medical degree from the University of J.A. Komensky in Bratislava, Czechoslovakia. He completed his first residency and is board certified in ophthalmology in Czechoslovakia. Dr. Alena later moved to Canada where he taught medical students, conducted cancer research, and received his Ph.D. in Medical Sciences from the University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada. Dr. Alena then traveled to the United States where he completed his residency training and fellowship in family practice at the East Tennessee State University. Dr. Alena is board certified in family medicine with extensive experience in primary care and special interests in preventive and emergency medicine and ophthalmology. He is dedicated to helping patients lead a healthy life style. Dr. Alena lives in Peachtree City with his wife, Jane, and two children. In his free time, he enjoys nature photography, orienteering running, and art and music. Dr. Alena is a member of the American Academy of Family Practice and the American Medical Association. He is available for appointments and accepts most major insurance plans.

Loida Bonney, M.D., M.P.H., earned her undergraduate degree from Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, Maryland and her medical degree at the State University of New York Health Sciences Center. She completed her internal medicine and pediatrics residency at Rhode Island Hospital and the Hasbro Children's Hospital. Dr. Bonney went on to attend Columbia University obtaining a Master's in Public Health. Prior to joining Piedmont Physicians, Dr. Bonney worked in a variety of healthcare settings. She was an assistant professor of medicine at the Emory University School of Medicine. Her interest is in health disparities among underserved populations. In her spare time, Dr. Bonney enjoys jogging and going to parks and outings with family and friends.

Dr. Harris-Moore specializes in family medicine. She is a Fellow of the Academy of Family Physicians and has a special interest in empowering patients to improve their health. Dr. Harris-Moore has been practicing medicine with Piedmont Physicians at Peachtree City since 1995. In her spare time, she enjoys yoga and listening to jazz music.